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Extreme Solar Flares

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Watch this to understand how solar flares impact Earth and technology.

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Extreme Solar Flares

2011• 3 minG

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Watch this to understand how solar flares impact Earth and technology.

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Watch this video from NASA's Scientific Visualization Studio to learn about solar flares and their impact on Earth. Solar flares are explosive events on the sun's surface that can last from minutes to hours. These flares can damage satellites and disrupt ground-based technologies and power grids. Every 11 years, as the sun reaches its peak activity, the frequency and intensity of these solar eruptions increase, raising the risk of significant effects on Earth. Understanding these phenomena is crucial for preparing for their potential consequences.

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